Do not turn off your computer or disconnect from the power source while updating the BIOS as this could harm your computer. During the update, your computer will restart and you may briefly see a black screen.

Before updating, please read the installation instructions and important information noted below.

Dell XPS 8300 and Vostro 460 System BIOS

AUTO INSTALLED This file was automatically installed as part of a recent update. If you are experiencing any issues, you can manually download and reinstall.
This package provides the Dell System BIOS update and is supported on Dell XPS Desktop 8300 and Vostro Desktop 460 for Windows and DOS Operating Systems.
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Fixes - Not Applicable Enhancements - Updated VBIOS from 2098 to 2119 - Enabled C6 as default - Updated Intel MRC code to rev 1.2.2
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Version

A06, A06

Release date

01 Nov 2011

Download Type

System BIOS

Category

BIOS

Importance

Recommended
Dell Technologies recommends applying this update during your next scheduled update cycle. The update contains changes to maintain overall system health. It ensures that the system software remains current and compatible with other system modules (firmware, BIOS, drivers, and software) and may include other new features.
Available formats

File Format: CPG BIOS Executable for Windows/DOS
File Name: TR-A06_QS.EXE
File Size: 4.29 MB
This is a large file. Depending on your connection speed, it may take some time to download.
Format Description:
This file format consists of a BIOS executable file. The Universal (Windows/MS DOS) format can be used to install from any Windows or MS DOS environment.
To ensure the integrity of your download, please verify the checksum value.
MD5:
4325e63b574e3fcd6d458fbd9ebcd09e
SHA1:
Not available
SHA-256:
Not available

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Dell H67 BIOS
BIOS Update Executable for Windows/DOS Download 1. Click Download File, to download the file. 2. When the File Download window appears, click Save to save the file to your hard drive. Run the BIOS update utility from Windows environment 1. Browse to the location where you downloaded the file and double-click the new file. 2. Press "Yes" to confirm the BIOS version you want to update and start BIOS Update process. 3. After BIOS update finished, press Yes and then system will restart to take effect. Run the BIOS update utility from DOS environment, if Legacy Boot mode (Non-Windows users) 1. Copy the downloaded file to a bootable DOS USB key. 2. Power on the system, then Press F12 key and Select "USB Storage Device" and Boot to DOS prompt. 3. Run the file by typing copied file name where the executable is located. 4. After BIOS update finished, press "Yes" and then system will restart to take effect. Run the BIOS update utility from DOS environment, if UEFI Boot modewith Load Legacy Option disabled (Non-Windows users) 1. Copy the downloaded file to a bootable DOS USB key. 2. Power on the system, then go to BIOS Setup by pressing F2 and go to "Boot > Boot Mode" Option. 3. Change "UEFI" to "Legacy" Boot Mode. 4. Go to "Exit > Save Changes and Reset" and then reboot system. 5. Press F12, then Select "USB Storage Device" and Boot to DOS prompt. 6. Run the file by typing copied file name where the executable is located. 7. After BIOS update finished, press "Yes" and then system will reboot to take effect. 8. Go to BIOS Setup by pressing F2 and go to "Boot > Boot Mode" to change Boot Mode from "Legacy" to "UEFI". 9. Go to "Boot > Secure Boot Control" to change Secure Boot from "Disabled" to "Enabled". 10. Go to "Exit > Save Changes and Reset" and then reboot system. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Note 1: You will need to provide a bootable DOS USB key. This executable file does not create the DOS system files. Note 2: Please make sure you suspend BitLocker encryption before updating BIOS on a BitLocker enabled system. If you don't enable BitLocker on your system you can ignore it. Note 3: Do not turn off power or interrupt BIOS update process during flashing BIOS

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